Welcome to the The National Society of Arts and Letters
We are a not-for-profit organization that encourages and provides financial assistance to talented young artists at the beginning of their careers.
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NSAL’s Impact
1,500 Artists Supported
NSAL alumni are some of the most honored contributors to the arts. We’re grateful they are a part of our history.
$140,000 Awarded Annually
Scholarship and competition award monies are granted to standout students in the disciplines of visual, performing, and literary arts.
15 Chapters Nationwide
We are continually expanding our presence across the United States. Join our community of arts supporters and advocates.
You, The Artist: A Docu-Series
Megan Hilty
Broadway performer and
television actress
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Ryan Roberts
New York Philharmonic
English horn and oboe player
“I would not have had the confidence to do another solo competition had I not started with NSAL.” — Ryan Roberts